Norfolk County Council is set to trial an innovative new pothole repair machine as part of its ongoing efforts to improve road maintenance and keep Norfolk’s highways in the best possible condition.
The trial will take place during the first week of September when it will be used on some planned repairs in South Norfolk.
The JCB Pothole Pro is a specialist machine designed to repair potholes and carriageway defects more quickly and efficiently than traditional methods.
The trial will help assess whether the technology can deliver longer-lasting repairs while reducing the amount of time needed on site.
Councillor Tom Dickerson, cabinet member for highways, infrastructure and transport, said; “The condition of Norfolk’s roads is a top priority for us and we’re looking for innovative ways to maintain them while making the best use of taxpayers’ money. The JCB Pothole Pro has been praised by others for its ability to carry out repairs quickly and efficiently, and this trial will help us understand how it performs on Norfolk’s roads. If successful, it could become a valuable tool in our ongoing work to improve the condition of the county’s highway network.”
The machine and operator are being provided at no cost to the Council for this short trial. If successful a longer-term trial will be arranged.
The trial of this machine forms part of the Council’s continued commitment to maintaining and improving Norfolk’s highway network while exploring new techniques and technologies that can help provide more durable repairs and minimise disruption to road users.
